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Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Encounters Short Film Festival "Image In Cabestany"
Cabestany, France · Est. 1981 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Cabestany, France
96
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
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- 45 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at André ABET cinema of the Jean FERRAT Cultural Centre
- 3 verified pro signals
Overview
The Encounters Short Film Festival "Image In Cabestany" is a long-running international short-film event founded in 1981 in Cabestany, France. It is notable for emphasizing direct exchange between audiences and filmmakers after screenings, and it has become a respected showcase for award-winning short films that can circulate onward to other major festivals and partner events.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+46 pts)
- 45 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at André ABET cinema of the Jean FERRAT Cultural Centre
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1981
Venue
André ABET cinema of the Jean FERRAT Cultural Centre
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
2
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